Equine Studies Program

The equine studies program at Ohio University – Southern Campus prepares students to care for horses and equipment, and give them the tools needed to train and manage horses and their riders. Classwork focuses on the horse, teaching the student how to ride and drive horses as well as instruction on health and safety. Program courses include: history of the horse, breeding, development and training, riding technique, track management and equipment maintenance and repair. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer equine studies program.

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Ohio University – Southern Campus

101 University Drive, Chillicothe, OH

Ohio University - Southern Campus provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Ironton, Ohio and publically funded. Enrollment at Ohio University - Southern Campus exceeds 2,200 annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Nursing
• Liberal Arts
• Radio And Television Broadcasting
• Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
• Business Administration

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, admitting all applicants that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at southern.ohiou.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs close to $5,000 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $6,400 annually. Ohio University - Southern Campus may provide financial aid for students who qualify as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students should visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Equine Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ohio University – Southern Campus offers an associate's degree program in equine studies.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teachers of agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Animal Trainers

Description

Train animals for riding, harness, security, performance, or obedience, or assisting persons with disabilities. Accustom animals to human voice and contact; and condition animals to respond to commands. Train animals according to prescribed standards for show or competition. May train animals to carry pack loads or work as part of pack team.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, animal trainers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.1% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).